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Friday, March 26, 2010

Hey Hounders,Well we got a very important news letter from Ms. Carol up at Almost Heaven Golden Retriever rescue and Sanctuary and we thought that we'd pass it along to all of you. here is what's happening now up at AHGRR:

Hi:

First off - I want to apologize to anyone that contacted me and I have not responded to. Apparently, there is a "glitch" in our server - again - - If you have tried to contact me and I didn't answer you - please try again.

Please don't forget to vote for us in the Shelter Challenge. Ritchie County has pulled far ahead of us, but it's not too late for a comeback. The contest does not end until April 18th. I KNOW we can do this - - - - - and I cannot express to you how much the money would mean to us.

Winter has finally breathed what we hope is it's last breath. Though we did not suffer anything catastrophic losses here - we were not left unscathed, either. We have a good portion of fencing down on the ground that we can hopefully just reinstall once the ground dries out.

Our old "dog car" (Windstar), which was buried for weeks and weeks has been in the shop more than on the road since we dug it out. What is really scary is that it left us on the road - with dogs - twice. It is still making strange noises - and is now parked in our driveway. We just cannot decide whether to invest any more money in it or not. As we are both frequently on the road - in opposite directions - we may not have much choice but to invest in more repairs.

Our Yukon is also aging rapidly (when you drive 500 - 1,000 miles/week - that happens), so we are going to have to start looking for more dependable transportation - soon. In addition - it is our only lifeline out of here in the winter months, so we are hesitant to literally run it to death. If you or someone you know has a vehicle to donate, please, please, please let us know. I can assure you that it will be put to good use.

Other casualties of the winter were our well head, which has developed a significant hole, our septic system whose drain fields are totally saturated, and painting and caulking of all buildings -

The floor and windows in one of the kennels will need to be repaired/replaced - - - - - as will the air conditioners. We have also developed a significant roof leak in one of the buildings - probably from the constant expanding of ice/snow.

We have so many new faces here now:

Buddy - 4 years old, housebroken, owners could not care for him any more. This is a good dog who was in a bad situation. Buddy is housebroken, easy going, and one handsome dude.

Buddy

Penny - 12 year old Penny's elderly owner was barely able to care for herself, much less her faithful old friend. No, Penny is not a golden - but she is a total sweetheart and she would love to find a retirement home - soon. Penny is totally housebroken, gets along with other pets, and likes a good snooze in the sun.

Penny

Nickee - Nickee was dumped alongside the road in a very rural area of WV. He was then hit by a car and his hip dislocated. A kind lady took Nickee in, but was unable to afford the vet care he needed. Sadly, it has now been a year since his accident - so the damage done may be permanent. He gets around just fine, though, so even if we are advised to leave well enough alone, he is highly adoptable. Nickee's foster Mom says that Nickee gets along with all dogs and cats, is housebroken, and a quiet guest in her home.

Nickee

We also currently have a 9 month old female in boarding. She will be vetted this week and transported here soon. I'm sorry - I don't have pictures of her yet.

All of these dogs need sponsors - our funds are extremely low right now so any and all help is deeply appreciated. These are just a few of the new dogs here - - - - - - - - - and we received 3 additional requests for help yesterday.

Please don't forget to order your Jenny McMurtrie pins or magnets if you haven't already done so. I just received our order for March/April and will get them in the mail to those of you who ordered them, this week.

We have bounced around several fundraising ideas for the fall, but nothing has materialized so far. I am in the middle of cataract surgeries (my right eye was operated on last week and I hope to have my left eye surgically restored next week) - so I'm a little slow in getting things moving. I would like to have a reunion - - - the problem would be where? We could hold it here - - - but I know it's a long drive for many of you - - - - -

I want to thank everyone for your continued support. Times are very hard right now - for all of us -

****************************TOP BOMB This video has nothing to do with us. It's about what our dad used to do when he was in the Navy. Dad was an A-6E Intruder pilot based at the Naval Air Station, Whidbey Island, Washington. He flew off of aircraft carriers in the Pacific Fleet based out of San Diego, California (Ranger, Kitty Hawk, Constellation). A Seattle TV station, KING Channel 5, did a news story about the A-6s based at Whidbey Island. The Washington Woos mom got to fly in the back seat of an Air Force F-16 trainer so she might find this to be interesting, especially since she lives up by Seattle now. We're pretty sure that the reporter, Jeff Renner, is still doing news/weather on KING. It's a little long and is probably boring to non-aviation enthusiasts.

Hey! I wanted to let you know that tonight when I came to your blog, I had the sound on for my computer--I always have it turned off because my husband is always home, we're watching tv, etc. But he's not home tonight and the sound is on for the first time in a long time. But I had no idea that your blog played the song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." It's been 2 weeks since Cowboy left us, and this song that I have listened to 3 times tonight has touched my heart...Thanks for that!! You all are the best!! Enjoy your weekend!!!

STEP UP TO ADOPT A PET

If you can, please consider opening your home to a homeless animal, preferably a dog or cat or other domesticated animal; livestock does better on farms and wild animals do better in zoos and parks. Your local Humane Society or SPCA or Animal Shelter has a wide selection of could be, should be, pets looking for new homes. If you can't adopt, perhaps you can at least become a sponsor. We'll show you how to help out Almost Heaven Golden Retriever Rescue and Sanctuary (AHGRRS) on our blog page, but you can help out any organization of your choice, but please help; contribute or volunteer.
- The Bumpass Hounds and Kitties

PLEASE HELP SPONSOR A SENIOR OR SPECIAL NEEDS GOLDEN

CAN'T ADOPT; BECOME AN ANGEL.So many Senior and Special Needs Goldens do not find "forever homes". Many of these dogs have above average medical needs and costs, are maintained on "special" diets, or have other extraordinary needs. Your donations can be targeted towards a particular Senior or Special needs Golden Retriever. As a sponsor, you will receive updates about your "special" Golden, and will be mentioned in our quarterly newsletter as the dog's sponsor. We also accept Paypal donations. Please keep in mind that we are a non-profit organization and that your donation is fully tax-deductible. Please just write the Golden's name in the memo line of your check or Paypal submission when sponsoring a Golden Retriever.

THE FIVE BRAVO-ZULU AWARD WINNERS TO DATE ARE:

WE ARE THE BUMPASS HOUNDS AND CATS; ORIGINALLY FROM BUMPASS, VIRGINIA.

As of 11/05/2016, our thundering herd is currently comprised of 7 dogs and 5 kitties;

3 Golden Retrievers (Shelby, Tre', & Finnegan),

1 Yellow Labrador Retriever Rescue (Abbey),

1 Golden Retriever/Chow mix Rescue (Patti),

1 Landseer Newfoundland Dog (Max),

1 Black Flat Coated Retriever Rescue (Charlie),

1 Maine Coon Cat (Boru),

1 American Tortie "Ragamuffin" Cat Rescue (Jenny),

1 dark gray Asian cat Rescue (Gracie),

1 Siamese Blue Point cat Rescue (Lily), &

1 "somethingorother" short hair cat Recue (Yeti);

all trying to get along together and make it through another day. A testimonial to love freely given and graciously shared among us all. In September 2012, the Bumpass Hounds & Kitties all moved from Bumpass, VA (from whence we got our Blog Tag) to Lake Wales, FL but we're still the Bumpass Hounds (and Kitties).

About us: THE BUMPASS HOUNDS

THE BUMPASS HOUNDS AND KITTIES (10/05/12): Jubal, 12 year old Golden Retriever, the senior member of the pack; Sophie, 9 year old Golden Retriever (Rescue); Shelby, 8 year old Golden Retriever; Jack, 7 year old Golden Retriever (Rescue); Abby, 6 year old Yellow Labrador / Golden Retriever mix (Rescue); Max, 5 year old Landseer (Newfoundland Dog); Patti, 2 year old Australian Shepherd / Golden Retriever mix (Rescue); Charlie, a 1 year old black Flat Coated Retriever (Rescue); Alex and Boru, 8 year old Maine Coon cats; Jenny, an 8 year old rescued tortie Ragamuffin cat; Gracie, a 2 year old rescued short hair Asaian mix cat; and Lily, a 1 year old Siamese Blue Point cat. The Bumpass Hounds rescues dogs come from Almost Heaven Golden Retriever Rescue & Sanctuary in Delray, WV.

THE BUMPASS HOUNDS FAMILY PORTRAIT - NOVEMBER 2007

JEB - Homer - Jubal - Shelby - Abby - Jack - Max & Gordon

WHERE'S BUMPASS?

Along the southeast shore of Lake Anna, Virginia. Click on the above photo and open in a new tab or window for a visual map. You can view "Lake Anna Connections" at: http://www.lakeannaconnections.com/

THE BUMPASS HOUNDS and KITTIES (TBH&K)

These postings are about the life and times of a group of cats and dogs living in the bustling metropolis of beautiful downtown Bumpass, Virginia, along scenic Lake Anna. Their origins and the relationships among themselves and their human custodians. Sometimes happy, often hysterical, and sometimes sad; just as life can be.You can help save a life at Almost Heaven Golden Retriever Rescue.http://www.almostheaven-golden-retriever-rescue.org/They savedGordie, Abby,Homer, Sophie, Radar, Charlie,andPatti,who all came to be Bumpass Hounds. Please "click" on the AHGRR Website in our Link List in the right margin just below. You can click on this site to see some of the dogs waiting at AHGRR for somebody just like you to take them to their happily furever home. http://www.almostheaven-golden-retriever-rescue.org/doglist.html. Shilohwill kiss you if you do. It's our "lick for a click" gimmick. Drool's cool.-Jubal -J.E.B. - Sophie -Shelby- Abby- Jack- Max- Shiloh -Radar- Patti- Charlie (Woof!)Boru - Alex - Jenny - Gracie- Lily(Meow!)

JUBAL - OVER THE RAINBOW

Village Canine Good Citizen

SOPHIE - OVER THE RAINBOW

Our former "Foster" Girl

Shelby

Village Princess

Abby (AHGRR&S RESCUE)

Village Busybody

JACK - OVER THE RAINBOW

Village Enforcer

Max (Brutus Maximus)

Village Watchdog

Patti (AHGRR&S RESCUE)

Happy Yappy

Charlie (AHGRR&S RESCUE)

The Black Sheep of the Family

ALEX - OVER THE RAINBOW

Big Al

Boru

Boogers Boru

Jenny (RESCUE)

Jen-Jen

Gracie (RESCUE)

NAFOD - No Apparent Fear Of Death

Lily (RESCUE)

Mom's shadow

Shiloh (RESCUE) - ADOPTED

Village Greeter

BEAR - OVER THE RAINBOW

Bear - OBD (Old Bear Dog) Our 1st Rescue Dog

KODI - OVER THE RAINBOW

Kodi - Ann Marie's Original Lubby

RUSTY - OVER THE RAINBOW

Rusty - Our First Dog

PENNY - OVER THE RAINBOW

Penny - Our Sweet Girl

CHANCE - OVER THE RAINBOW

Chance - One Man's Very Best Friend (Click photo & help fight cancer in Goldens)

GOLDEN HONEY - AT THE RAINBOW BRIDGE

CHANDLER - OVER THE RAINBOW

THE LUKE - OVER THE RAINBOW

Golden Boy, Lucky Luke, has crossed The Rainbow Bridge. He will be missed. He is a most loved dog.

THE BLEU - OVER THE RAINBOW

Playing with The Luke

THE LATE GREAT GORDIE WONDERDOG

WE ALL MISS GORDON

GORDON - A GREAT RESCUE

Gordon was abandoned by his "life long" owner at about age 7 when he was found to be going blind. He was rescued from an Atlanta area shelter by Carol and Skip at Almost Heaven Golden Retriever Rescue & Sanctuary. He joined our pack as a "special needs" dog, totally blind with two detached retinas, but it turned out his only real need was a loving home. He thrived within the pack and lived 15+ years. He was a beloved "Bumpass Hound." We lost Gordie, very unexpectedly, to cancer in January '08. We all miss him terribly, especially the girls, Shelby and Abby, by whom he was fussed over much like a grandfather. We were truly blessed and priviledged to be allowed to have Gordon live with us as a Bumpass Hound.

LISTEN UP PEOPLE (AND ANIMALS)

RIGHT CLICK ON MY PICTURE, OPEN IN A NEW TAB. NOW! GOT IT?

ALMOST HEAVEN GOLDEN RETRIEVER RESCUE & SANCTUARY

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WE PARTICIPATED IN TWINKIE'S 2010 GLOBAL ANIMAL BLOGGING EVENT

WE MET LOTS OF NEW BLOGGER BUDDIES.

POPLAR SPRINGS ANIMAL SANCTUARY

Poplar Springs, a 501(c)3 charitabil organization, provides a safe, loving home for neglected, qbused or abandoned farm animals. Animals are referred to the sanctuary by humane societies who have confiscated them from cruelty cases or have rescued them from abandonment. Aftern their arrival they are provided with veterinary care, nourishing food and a warm shelter. All sanctuary animals are permanent residents who are allowed to live out their natural lives in peace. www.animalsanctuary.org

"The Animals' Saviour" - Copyright Jim Willis 1999

I looked at all the caged animals in the shelter...the cast-offs of human society. I saw in their eyes love and hope, fear and dread, sadness and betrayal. And I was angry. "God," I said, "this is terrible! Why don't you do something?" God was silent for a moment and then He spoke softly. "I have done something," He replied. "I created You."

POOP ON CANCER

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CANCER KILLS GOLDENS

AVMA's 10 Warning Signs of Canine Cancer: 1 Abnormal swellings that persist or continue to grow2 Sores that do not heal3 Weight loss4 Loss of appetite5 Bleeding or discharge from any body opening6 Offensive odor7 Difficulty eating or swallowing8 Hesitation to exercise or loss of stamina9 Persistent lameness or stiffness10 Difficulty breathing, urinating, or defecating

GOLDEN INSPIRATION

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HAPPY HEARTS DOG COOKIES

Home Made with Home Love

DINOVITE - WORKING WONDERS FOR DOGS

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STOP IN THE NAME OF LOVE

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PETFINDER

PETFINDER not only has lists of specific pets available for adoption near you but it is also a plethora of other great information, hints and tips about pet ownership. Check it out by clicking the Petfinder logo. - TBH (Hey Homer J. What's "plethora" mean? Is it like a "myriad?")

WE WON THE GOLDEN AWARD

I LOVE DOGS AWARD

THE PINK ROSES AWARD

From Joey: Pink Roses are given to all friends out there, bringing them a sweet and fruitful day. Those who receive these roses as a gift, you need to pass it on to 10 friends of yours to show them you care. And of course, for those who received the roses, that's to show that you're never forgotten.

YOUR BLOG IS FABULOUS AWARD

From Joey and other Blog Buddies

LIFE IS GRAND AWARD

From Joey with 5 Reasons Life Is Grand

CATS WITH OLDER PEOPLE

Wake up. The cat's got your teeth.

ARMY OF FOUR

DEVOTED TO DOGS

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